East Lancs Branch

Non Branch Events

This page is for all non-Branch activity, including Regional/National CAMRA meetings, socials and beer festivals, independent beer & cider events, tap-takeover and meet the brewer sessions.

Want an event listed here? Email ku.gro.armac.scnaltsae@yraid or share the details via our social media platforms. Cheers!

  • BOOTFEST Wednesday 18 – Saturday 28 February 2026 Boot Inn

    BOOTFEST - join the team at the Boot Inn, Burnley. All ales from breweries within 40 miles of the pub

    Chance to win a £100 Wetherspoon voucher during the event

    https://camra.org.uk/index.php/event/bootfest-join-us-at-the-boot-inn-burnley-all-ales-from-breweries-within-40-miles-of-the-pub-83328

  • Waddington Village Club Beer Festival 2026 Thursday 26 February – Sunday 1 March 2026 Waddington Village Club

    Who else needs a proper excuse to get out with a pint in hand?

    The Waddington Village Club Beer Festival is back and better than ever, with 16 cask ales, proper pies, a quiz night and live music. Get the dates in your diary and give yourself something to look forward to.

    Thu 26 Feb – Sat 1 Mar
    16 cask ales
    Pie and peas available Thu–Sat
    Free entry all weekend

    What’s on:
    Thursday 8pm – Quiz Night
    Saturday 7.30pm – Live music ft. Paul Tierney (& friend)

    See you at the bar!

  • Bradford Beer & Cider Festival 2026 Thursday 26 – Saturday 28 February 2026 Bradford CAMRA branch

    Run by Bradford CAMRA branch

    Held at Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire BD18 3JS

    For more information and ticketing options visit the links below

    Website bradfordcamra.org.uk
    Facebook bfdcamra
    X/Twitter BfdCamra

  • Tap Takeover @ 1B Tap House: Bowness Bay Friday 27 February – Sunday 1 March 2026 1B Tap House

    Bowness Bay Brewery is heading to 1B Tap for an exciting tap takeover, bringing a curated lineup of their Lake District–inspired craft beers. Showcasing fan favourites alongside limited releases, the event gives guests a chance to experience the brewery’s distinctive flavours and meet the team behind the brews. It’s a rare opportunity to enjoy Bowness Bay’s craftsmanship on full display, making 1B Tap the place to be for anyone who loves fresh, characterful beer.

  • Wetherspoon Spring Beer Festival 2026 Wednesday 4 – Sunday 15 March 2026

    A range of 30 real ales, including five from international brewers, will be available during a 12-day beer festival in March.

    The festival will run from Wednesday 4 to Sunday 15 March, inclusive. The overseas brewers are from Brazil, Italy, Mexico, Spain and the USA, with 28 of the festival beers being new to Wetherspoon. It is also the first time that the festival will feature a real ale from Mexico.

    As well as featuring a range of malt and hop varieties from around the world, there are also beers which include coffee, elderflower, hibiscus and maple syrup in their ingredients.

    The international beers are Tropical (Cervejaria Bodebrown, Brazil), Nigredo (Birrificio Italiano, Italy), Session IPA (Malteza, Mexico), Vicious IPA (Almogàver, Spain) and Read the Room (Good Word, USA).

    The festival line-up also includes Salem Coastal Confusion (Batemans), Crimson Legend (Brains), Shug Monkey (Elgood’s), Brewed Awakening (Hook Norton), Lucky ’Lips (Shepherd Neame) and Pitch Perfect (Vale).

  • Wigan Beer & Cider Festival 2026 Thursday 5 – Saturday 7 March 2026 Wigan CAMRA branch

    Run by Wigan CAMRA branch

    Held at Robin Park Leisure Centre, Loire Dr, Newtown, Wigan WN5 0UL (shuttle buses run from the town centre)

    Check out the links below for more information.

    Website beerfestival.wigancamra.org.uk
    Facebook wiganbeerfest
    X/Twitter wiganbeerfest

  • Whitworth Valley Brewing Taproom Pop Up Friday 6 – Sunday 8 March 2026 Whitworth Valley Brewing Taproom

    The first Taproom Pop Up of 2026!

    Friday 4pm - 9pm
    Saturday 2pm - 9pm
    Sunday 2pm - 7pm (Sup up....it's on til it's gone!)

    ** CASH ONLY BAR **

    6 handpumps dispensing cask-conditioned real ales on at £2.50 a pint and a small selection of 'other' chilled drinks available for the non beer drinkers of course! (Cider, Lager, Wine, Soft Drinks)

    2 pint carry out available!!
    Take home your favourite tipple for £5.50 per container

    Feel free to bring in your own food, snacks, takeaway etc.

    Unfortunately no dogs allowed inside.
    As you can appreciate, it's a small tap room in a working brewery.....however, plenty of seating out front. It's basic and functional - not pretty, but it does the job!
    This way you can bring your four legged pals and sit outside with them if you wish. We have water bowls for them

    No parking in the industrial estate please, main barrier gate will be locked overnight. It's a really short walk from the main road or take the bus, route 464!

    Unit 4, Daniel Street Industrial Estate, Whitworth, Lancashire. OL12 8BX.

    Cheers to the beers, we can't firkin wait to welcome you!

  • Tap Takeover @ 1B Tap House: Vocation Brewery Friday 27 – Sunday 29 March 2026 1B Tap House

    Vocation Brewery is heading to 1b Tap House for an exciting tap takeover, bringing a hand-picked lineup of their standout craft beers. It’s a great chance for guests to explore some of Vocation’s most loved brews — from hop-forward IPAs to smooth, indulgent stouts — all poured fresh and all in one place. The event promises a lively atmosphere, plenty of flavour, and a perfect opportunity for beer fans to discover new favourites from one of the UK’s most popular independent breweries.

  • Unbound Brewery pop up event @ Jim's Cafe Saturday 28 March 2026 Jim's Café

    Tap takeover at Jim's, Colne 3pm-12am

    Craft beer, local live acts and DJ's

    The Curry Pincher Sri Lankan curry pop up 5-9pm

    Keep an eye out on socials for more details

    Jim's Cafe is on New Market Street (same street as three the micropubs)

    Website unboundbrew.co.uk
    Facebook unboundbrewco

  • 13th Isle of Man Beer & Cider Festival Thursday 9 – Saturday 11 April 2026 Isle of Man CAMRA branch

    Held by the Isle of Man CAMRA branch (who else of course) in the Royal Hall within the Villa Marina located in the centre of Douglas.

    Expect an incredible line-up of beers and ciders to sample, a brilliant atmosphere, and some exciting new changes for 2026 that build on everything you loved last year. Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or coming along for the first time, join us for three days of great drinks, great people, and a proper celebration of all things beer and cider.

    On offer will be over 120 real ales, ciders, perries, fruit wines and mead. There will be something to suit all tastes and palates. Food will also be available.

    For details click the links below:

    Website https://iombeerfestival.com
    Facebook IsleOfManBeerFestival

  • CAMRA Members' Weekend 2026 Friday 17 – Sunday 19 April 2026 [National CAMRA event]

    The CAMRA Members' Weekend 2026 will take place in St Albans

    Friday 17th - Sunday 19th April 2026

    The Alban Arena - Civic Close, St Albans AL1 3LD

    About the Weekend

    Information about the event and registration process will be updated on the page below late 2025/early 2026.

    https://camra.org.uk/members-weekend

  • Rawtenstall Beer Festival 2026 Saturday 18 April 2026 [NB, not a CAMRA event]

    Gary who has the bottle shop and bar, Chuffin' Ale! on Bank Street, is curating curated a beer festival in the heart of the town.

    Join them at the Rossendale Masonic Hall for a day filled with delicious brews and great company.

    Get ready to sample a wide selection of craft beers handpicked by the experts at Chuffin' Ale.

    Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this festival, the first in Rawtenstall, has something for everyone.

    Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy some of the best beers around!

    12pm to 9pm.

    Click here for the website to buy your ticket.

    CAMRA Members discount promo code: CHUFFINCAMRA1

    Rossendale Masonic Hall (the entrance is up the road to the left of St Mary's Chambers), Haslingden Road, Rawtenstall BB4 6QX

  • Tap Takeover @ 1B Tap House: Ossett x Rat Brewery Friday 24 – Sunday 26 April 2026 1B Tap House

    Ossett Brewery and Rat Brewery are teaming up for an exciting tap takeover at 1B Tap, bringing a special lineup of cask and keg beers that highlight the best of both breweries. Expect crowd favourites, limited releases, and bold experimental brews, all poured for one night only. It’s a perfect chance to explore two standout Yorkshire breweries under one roof and enjoy a vibrant evening of great beer.

  • Blackburn Beer & Gin Festival 2026 Friday 1 – Sunday 3 May 2026 [NB, not a CAMRA event]

    Blackburn Beer & Gin Festival takes place early May in aid of the Blackburn Youth Zone

    Over 60 real ales & ciders
    Lots of Fine Wine & Gin
    Live Rugby
    Live music on all weekend

    Blackburn Rugby Club, Ramsgreave Dr, Blackburn BB1 8NB

    For details visit www.blackburnbeerfestival.com

  • Mild Month - May 2026 Friday 1 – Sunday 31 May 2026 [National CAMRA event]

    Thursday 1 – Saturday 31 May 2025 Every May CAMRA branches across the country celebrate ‘Mild May’, an initiative to celebrate and highlight the beer style Mild, which was recently under threat of extinction due to a drop in popularity.

    To help revive the Mild beer style, CAMRA branches encourage local pubs to have at least one Mild on the handpumps during the month of May, and some organise trips to pubs and breweries that embrace and support the beer style.

    Mild is a beer style which developed in the late 18th and 19th centuries as drinkers started to demand a slightly sweeter and less aggressively hopped beer than Porter. Early milds were much stronger than modern versions, which tend to fall into the 3% to 3.5% category, though a number of brewers are bringing strength back into style.

    Mild is usually dark brown in colour, due to the use of well-roasted malts or roasted barley. Look for a rich malty aroma and flavour, with hints of dark fruit, chocolate, coffee and caramel, with a gentle underpinning of hop bitterness.

    For more info visit https://camra.org.uk/promotional-campaigns/mild-month

  • Skipton Beer Festival 2026 Thursday 21 – Saturday 23 May 2026 Keighley & Craven CAMRA branch

    Run by Keighley and Craven CAMRA branch

    Held at Skipton Town Hall, High St, Skipton BD23 1AH

    For details click the links below:

    Website skiptonbeerfestival.camra.org.uk
    Facebook skiptonbeerfestival
    X (Twitter) SkiptonBeerFest

  • Tap Takeover @ 1B Tap House: Wishbone Brewery Friday 29 – Sunday 31 May 2026 1B Tap House

    Wishbone Brewery is heading to 1b Tap House for a full tap takeover, bringing a standout selection of their innovative, hop-driven beers. Guests will be able to explore a rotating range of cask and keg offerings — from bright, sessionable pales to rich, flavour-packed stouts — all showcasing Wishbone’s distinctive brewing style. It’s the perfect opportunity for craft-beer fans to discover new favourites, enjoy fresh pours, and experience the energetic, community-focused atmosphere that defines both Wishbone Brewery and 1b Tap House.

  • Darwen Cricket Club Beer & Gin Festival 2026 Friday 12 – Sunday 14 June 2026 Darwen Cricket Club

    Cricket, Music, Drinks, Food

    FREE entry

  • Pendle Pub Walk 2026 Saturday 13 June 2026 Pendle Area

    Annual charity walk around the stunning Pendle countryside - using its finest hostelries as way-points.

    The sponsored walk, raising money for Pendleside Hospice, is a combination of countryside and road-walking which provides epic views of the Pendle area.

    For more information and how to sign up visit Pendleside Hospice or their Facebook page.

  • Beer Day Britain 2026 Monday 15 June 2026 19:00

    Beer Day Britain is the UK’s annual national beer day on June 15th when people celebrate the national drink. The focus of Beer Day Britain June 15th is the National Cheers to Beer at 7pm.

    What is the purpose of Beer Day Britain? To encourage people to drink beer and join the national party. To raise the profile of beer as Britain's national drink and increase beer sales. To celebrate Britain's amazing brewing scene and heritage in spreading the love and knowledge of beer around the world.

    Why June 15th? This date is significant because it is also the date that Magna Carta was sealed in 1215. Ale is mentioned in Magna Carta. Clause 35 of the great charter stated: 'Let there be throughout our kingdom a single measure for wine and a single measure for ale and a single measure for corn, namely the London quarter’. Having the Magna Carta connection with Beer Day Britain makes people appreciate that for centuries ale has played a central role in this country.

    People are asked to raise a glass and say ‘Cheers to Beer’ and if they use social media post a message or photo using the hashtag #CheersToBeer. People can do the cheers at whatever time suits them, but the main time is 7pm

    https://www.beerdaybritain.co.uk/

  • Ribble Valley Pub Walk 2026 Saturday 20 June 2026 Ribble Valley Area

    Annual charity event like no other taking in the beautiful views of the Ribble Valley, stopping off at supporting pubs along the route.

    The event is run by Ribblesdale Rotary Club raising funds for the East Lancashire Hospice.

    Enjoy a party atmosphere at Holmes Mill in Clitheroe with a live DJ when you cross the finish line (from 5pm).

    Visit eastlancshospice.org.uk or theirFacebook page for all information

  • Cider & Perry Month - July 2026 Wednesday 1 – Friday 31 July 2026 [National CAMRA event]

    CAMRA supports and campaigns for cider and perry throughout the year, and we spotlight it with celebrations in July, during which time our local branches organise cider and perry events across the country (This previously was held In May and October but moved to July in 2025).

    Unlike real ale production, which can happen at any time of the year, real cider and perry is generally a seasonal product and can only be made when the fruit is ripe. Production is tied to a natural cycle of the apple and perry pear trees found in orchards around the country.

    More info at https://camra.org.uk/promotional-campaigns/cider-and-perry-months

  • Rossendale Real Ale Festival 2026 Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 July 2026 St Marys Community Sports Club, Haslingden

    Save the date as the team at The Griffin Inn and Rossendale Brewery are back again after successful events the last two years.

    Follow their Facebook page for more details

  • Trawden Arms Music & Beer Festival 2026 Friday 11 – Sunday 13 September 2026 Trawden Arms

    Follow their Facebook page for updates

  • Calderdale Beer and Cider Festival 2026 Thursday 24 – Saturday 26 September 2026 Halifax & Calderdale CAMRA branch

    Calderdale Beer and Cider Festival returns for 2026

    24th, 25th and 26th September, 2026

    Moved to a new venue at Arden Road Social Club - Halifax

    More information to follow

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